By Jay Compton, Middlesboro News | Sept. 2, 2025
The Kentucky Natural Lands Trust (KNLT) has announced the establishment of the Limestone Gap Preserve. The 204-acre preserve is located on the north face of Pine Mountain and safeguards the viewshed of the City of Pineville…
“For more than a century, our family has called this place home. Since 1899, each generation has shared a deep commitment to caring for the land and giving back to the community that has shaped our lives,” Katherine Reese said. “Partnering with Kentucky Natural Lands Trust to protect this property feels like a natural extension of that legacy. We are proud to know that this land will remain wild, healthy, and accessible for the benefit of both nature and people. Just as our family has always invested in the wellbeing of this community, we look forward to continuing that tradition in new ways, honoring the past while protecting the future.”